Prime Minister Narendra Modi today will virtually lay the foundation stone of various development projects in Maharashtra worth over Rs 7600 crore through video conference.

Prime Minister will lay the foundation stone of the upgradation of Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, Nagpur. The total estimated cost of the project is around Rs 7000 crore. It is expected that the new infrastructure will serve as a catalyst for growth across multiple sectors, including manufacturing, aviation, tourism, logistics, and healthcare, benefiting Nagpur city and the wider Vidarbha region. In addition, Prime Minister will lay the foundation stone of the New Integrated Terminal Building at Shirdi Airport worth over Rs 645 crore. Prime Minister will also launch operationalization of 10 Government Medical Colleges in Maharashtra located at Mumbai, Nashik, Jalna, Amravati, Gadchiroli, Buldhana, Washim, Bhandara, Hingoli and Ambernath (Thane). In line with his vision to position India as the “Skill Capital of the World,” Prime Minister will also inaugurate the Indian Institute of Skills (IIS) Mumbai. The aim of the new institution is to create an industry-ready workforce with cutting-edge technology and hands-on training. Further, Prime Minister will inaugurate the Vidya Samiksha Kendra (VSK) of Maharashtra. It aims to offer high-quality insights to schools to manage resources effectively, strengthen ties between parents and the state, and deliver responsive support.